Simulation-enhanced nurse mentoring to improve preeclampsia and eclampsia care: an education intervention study in Bihar, India.

BACKGROUND: Inadequately treated, preeclampsia and eclampsia (PE/E) may rapidly lead to severe complications in both mothers and neonates, and are estimated to cause 60,000 global maternal deaths annually. Simulation-based training on obstetric and neonatal emergency management has demonstrated promising results in low- and middle-income countries. However, the impact of simulation training on use of evidence-based practices for PE/E diagnosis and management in low-resource settings remains unknown. METHODS: This study was based on a statewide, high fidelity in-situ simulation training program developed by PRONTO International and implemented in collaboration with CARE India on PE/E management in Bihar, India. Using a mixed methods approach, we evaluated changes over time in nurse mentees' use of evidence-based practices during simulated births at primary health clinics. We compared the proportion and efficiency of evidence-based practices completed during nurse mentees' first and last participation in simulated PE/E cases. Twelve semi-structured interviews with nurse mentors explored barriers and enablers to high quality PE/E care in Bihar. RESULTS: A total of 39 matched first and last simulation videos, paired by facility, were analyzed. Videos occurred a median of 62 days apart and included 94 nurses from 33 primary health centers. Results showed significant increases in the median number of 'key history questions asked,' (1.0 to 2.0, p = 0.03) and 'key management steps completed,' (2.0 to 3.0, p = 0.03). The time from BP measured to magnesium sulfate given trended downwards by 3.2 min, though not significantly (p = 0.06). Key barriers to high quality PE/E care included knowledge gaps, resource shortages, staff hierarchy between physicians and nurses, and poor relationships with patients. Enablers included case-based and simulation learning, promotion of teamwork and communication, and effective leadership. CONCLUSION: Simulation training improved the use of evidence-based practices in PE/E simulated cases and has the potential to increase nurse competency in diagnosing and managing complex maternal complications such as PE/E. However, knowledge gaps, resource limitations, and interpersonal barriers must be addressed in order to improve care. Teamwork, communication, and leadership are key mechanisms to facilitate high quality PE/E care in Bihar.

Women's experiences of having had, and recovered from, eclampsia at a tertiary hospital in Tanzania.

BACKGROUND: Eclampsia is a major cause of maternal and perinatal mortality that requires advanced care and long hospital stays with uncertain outcomes for mother and baby. Care of eclamptic women is particularly challenging in low-income settings. Standards for medical care for eclampsia are established but the psychosocial needs of women are under-researched. AIM: To explore and describe women's experiences of having had, and recovered from, eclampsia at a tertiary hospital in Tanzania. METHODS: Qualitative semi-structured interviews were held with a purposive sample of 10 women recovering from eclampsia. Thematic analysis informed the interpretation of the data. FINDINGS: The women had experienced eclamptic seizure as painful and unreal as they were unable to control their body or actions despite sensing what happened. At hospital they felt being cared for and recovered but concerned because they had not been provided with enough information about the disorder. Being separated from the baby during hospitalisation was troublesome and they worried about infant feeding and health. The women experienced being connected to God and they were grateful for being alive and having recovered. However, they expressed fears over the possible recurrence of eclampsia in future pregnancies and wanted information about prevention strategies. CONCLUSION: Experiencing eclampsia is painful and gives a sense of bodily disconnectedness. It involves worrisome separation from the newborn, not being adequately informed and concerns over future health. More holistic care would benefit eclamptic women and their newborns.

Nursing care for women with pre-eclampsia and/or eclampsia: integrative review.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the available evidence in the literature on nursing care for women with pre-eclampsia and/or eclampsia. METHODS: Integrative review searching for primary studies in the databases PubMed, CINAHL, LILACS and SciELO. RESULTS: The sample size consisted of 17 primary studies published between January 2000 and December 2014, grouped into four categories: standardizing blood pressure measurement technique; training with simulation; instruments for standardization of care and quality of care The main nursing actions were: physical examination, early detection of signs of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, monitoring of laboratory tests, fetal assessment, qualification and training of professionals. We identified the need for standardization of care from instruments, protocols and blood pressure measurement technique, early identification and treatment of hypertensive crisis through institutional protocols and review of cases and work processes. CONCLUSION: Women with pre-eclampsia and/or eclampsia require specific nursing care, which must be guided by care protocols based on scientific evidence. OBJETIVO: Analisar as evidências disponíveis na literatura sobre assistência de enfermagem às mulheres com pré-eclâmpsia e/ou eclâmpsia. MÉTODO: Revisão integrativa cuja busca dos estudos primários foi realizada nas bases de dados PubMed, CINAHL, LILACS e SciELO. RESULTADOS: Amostra foi composta por 17 estudos primários, publicados entre janeiro de 2000 e dezembro de 2014, agrupados em quatro categorias: padronização da técnica de mensuração da pressão arterial; treinamentos com simulação; instrumentos para padronização da assistência e qualidade da assistência As principais ações de enfermagem foram: exame físico, identificação precoce de sinais de pré-eclâmpsia/eclâmpsia, acompanhamento de exames laboratoriais, avaliação fetal, capacitação e treinamento dos profissionais. Identificou-se a necessidade de padronização do atendimento a partir de instrumentos e protocolos e da técnica de aferição da pressão arterial, identificação e tratamento precoces da crise hipertensiva mediante protocolos institucionais e revisão de casos e processos de trabalho. CONCLUSÃO: Mulheres com pré-eclâmpsia e/ou eclâmpsia exigem cuidados de enfermagem específicos, os quais devem ser pautados em protocolos de cuidados baseados em evidências científicas.

Nursing care for women with pre-eclampsia and/or eclampsia: integrative review / Asistencia de enfermería a mujeres con preeclampsia y/o eclampsia: revisión integradora / Assistência de enfermagem a mulheres com pré-eclâmpsia e/ou eclâmpsia: revisão integrativa

Abstract OBJECTIVE: To analyze the available evidence in the literature on nursing care for women with pre-eclampsia and/or eclampsia. METHODS: Integrative review searching for primary studies in the databases PubMed, CINAHL, LILACS and SciELO. RESULTS: The sample size consisted of 17 primary studies published between January 2000 and December 2014, grouped into four categories: standardizing blood pressure measurement technique; training with simulation; instruments for standardization of care and quality of care The main nursing actions were: physical examination, early detection of signs of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, monitoring of laboratory tests, fetal assessment, qualification and training of professionals. We identified the need for standardization of care from instruments, protocols and blood pressure measurement technique, early identification and treatment of hypertensive crisis through institutional protocols and review of cases and work processes. CONCLUSION: Women with pre-eclampsia and/or eclampsia require specific nursing care, which must be guided by care protocols based on scientific evidence.

Resumen OBJETIVO: Analizar las evidencias disponibles en la literatura acerca de la asistencia de enfermería a las mujeres con preeclampsia y/o eclampsia. MÉTODO: Revisión integradora, cuya búsqueda de los estudios primarios se llevó a cabo en las bases de datos PubMed, CINAHL, LILACS y SciELO. RESULTADOS: La muestra estuvo compuesta de 17 estudios primarios, publicados entre enero de 2000 y diciembre de 2014, agrupados en cuatro categorías: estandarización de la técnica de mensuración de la presión arterial; entrenamientos con simulación; instrumentos para la estandarización de la asistencia y calidad de la asistencia. Las principales acciones de enfermería fueron: examen físico, identificación precoz de señales de preeclampsia/eclampsia, seguimiento de exámenes de laboratorio, evaluación fetal, capacitación y entrenamiento de los profesionales. Se identificó la necesidad de estandarización de la atención mediante instrumentos y protocolos y la técnica de verificación de la presión arterial, identificación y tratamiento precoces de la crisis hipertensiva mediante protocolos institucionales y revisión de casos y procesos laborales. CONCLUSIÓN: Mujeres con preeclampsia e/o eclampsia demandan cuidados de enfermería específicos, los que deben pautarse en protocolos de cuidados basados en evidencias científicas.

Resumo OBJETIVO: Analisar as evidências disponíveis na literatura sobre assistência de enfermagem às mulheres com pré-eclâmpsia e/ou eclâmpsia. MÉTODO: Revisão integrativa cuja busca dos estudos primários foi realizada nas bases de dados PubMed, CINAHL, LILACS e SciELO. RESULTADOS: Amostra foi composta por 17 estudos primários, publicados entre janeiro de 2000 e dezembro de 2014, agrupados em quatro categorias: padronização da técnica de mensuração da pressão arterial; treinamentos com simulação; instrumentos para padronização da assistência e qualidade da assistência As principais ações de enfermagem foram: exame físico, identificação precoce de sinais de pré-eclâmpsia/eclâmpsia, acompanhamento de exames laboratoriais, avaliação fetal, capacitação e treinamento dos profissionais. Identificou-se a necessidade de padronização do atendimento a partir de instrumentos e protocolos e da técnica de aferição da pressão arterial, identificação e tratamento precoces da crise hipertensiva mediante protocolos institucionais e revisão de casos e processos de trabalho. CONCLUSÃO: Mulheres com pré-eclâmpsia e/ou eclâmpsia exigem cuidados de enfermagem específicos, os quais devem ser pautados em protocolos de cuidados baseados em evidências científicas.

Can you help me?: knowledge sharing within the nursing profession.

In the business world, knowledge sharing has been credited with advantages in productivity. When applied to health care, a comprehensive knowledge-sharing program can help nurses compete in today's globalized and highly competitive health care market while improving patient outcomes.

Hipertensión arterial y embarazo / High blood pressure and pregnancy

Una de las complicaciones del embarazo es la hipertensión arterial. En el presente artículo se define en qué consiste este trastorno, la clasificación y fisiopatología de los tipos de hipertensión en la embarazada, entre ellas la eclampsia y el síndrome de hellp; el tratamiento y los cuidados de enfermería (AU)

Birth kangaroo (skin-to-skin) care and breastfeeding. An eclamptic woman's story.

Kangaroo care (KC), also known as skin-to-skin care, has been described often in the nursing literature for its benefits for both preterm and fullterm infants. In this case study KC was used for a mother in a high-risk situation: eclampsia. This mother gave birth to a 34-week preterm infant, and desired breastfeeding. KC was initiated, and due to the high risk for subsequent seizures, included close observation by these nurses. The mother successfully breastfed, and continued the KC at home.

Long-term hospitalization of women with high-risk pregnancies. A nurse's viewpoint.

The addition of high-risk pregnancy units to perinatal care systems provides a setting for daily maternal-fetal surveillance during complicated pregnancies. These units permit safe prolongation of pregnancy when the fetus is immature and timely delivery when either the mother's or infant's health is in jeopardy. Hospitalization also encourages maternal rest with its beneficial effects during complicated pregnancy. Nursing functions and goals as developed in the High-risk Pregnancy Unit at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas, are presented.